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Results for Topics : "Adolescent"
Act & Policy (2)
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Population Policy Brief: Youth Sexual Education and Reproductive Health
Item Type: Act & Policy
Year: 2023
Abstract: Comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) is a proven and cost-effective intervention program meant to promote healthy sexual behaviours, prevent unintended pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and gender-based violence, and promote gender equality and human rights....[Read More]
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Dasar dan Pelan Tindakan Pendidikan Kesihatan Reproduktif dan Sosial Kebangsaan (PEKERTI) 2022-2025
Item Type: Act & Policy
Year: 2022
Abstract: This new PEKERTI policy is applicable to every individual regardless of age and gender and takes into account ethnic, religious and cultural diversity. Focus will be given to producing a healthy population in terms of reproductive and sexual health based on high moral values and...[Read More]
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Article (3)
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Teen pregnancy and sex education
Item Type: Article
Year: 2019
Abstract: Teenage pregnancy refers to any pregnancy in women or girls aged 19 years or younger. In 2016, the Ministry of Health recorded more than 12,000 teenage pregnancies in Malaysia. The National Registration Department reported that 4,992 children were born out of wedlock to girls aged 18...[Read More]
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Preventing teenage pregnancies
Item Type: Article
Year: 2016
Abstract: An average of 18,000 teenagers in Malaysia get pregnant each year, 25% or about 4,500 cases involved out-of-wedlock pregnancy. Th e Fifth Malaysian Population and Family Survey conducted by NPFDB revealed that 4.8% of all teens have had sex at least once. The survey also found that...[Read More]
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Parent's role in preventing teen pregnancy
Item Type: Article
Year: 2015
Abstract: The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines teenage pregnancy as a ‘teenaged or underaged girl (within the ages of 15–19) becoming pregnant.’ However, the term teenage pregnancy is often used in our society to mean unmarried adolescent girls who become pregnant. In many cultures and...[Read More]
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Book (1)
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Prosiding Persidangan Kependudukan Kebangsaan 2022 (PERKKS 22): “Pemerkasaan Penduduk dan Keluarga, Teras Negara Maju”
Item Type: Book
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Year: 2022
Abstract: Collection of papers presented during the 2022 National Population Conference (PERKKS 22), 10-11 November 2022, Bangi Resort Hotel, Selangor.
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Book Section (7)
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Unleashing teen pregnancy in Malaysia and the revolving health care issues
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2023
Abstract: Increasing teen pregnancy cases are becoming a serious public health concern in both developing and developed nations for past decades. Teenage pregnancy occurs among adolescent girls between 10 and 19 years old. A recent study reveals that 14 out of every 1,000 female teenagers in...[Read More]
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Reka bentuk aplikasi saringan mental sihat remaja
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2022
Abstract: Mental health is one of the most important aspects that must be met by every individual to achieve optimal health in addition to physical and social well-being. An increase in mental health-related problems can be seen every year and puts pressure on the daily life of patients among...[Read More]
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Mothers’ views and their expected roles on parent-adolescent communication on sexual and reproductive health
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2022
Abstract: As parents generally have more contact than other adults with their children, they are the most suitable people in imparting correct knowledge about sexual and reproductive health (SRH) to their adolescents. However, apart from getting information from parents, adolescents also learn...[Read More]
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The association between knowledge on sexual and reproductive health and attitude towards pornography among youth in the technical and vocational training (TVET) centres in Malaysia
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2022
Abstract: With technology advancement and increase accessibilities to gadgets, pornography exposure has been seen rampant among youth. Multiple studies have proven the negative effects of pornography exposure especially pertaining to risky sexual behaviours. This study aims to determine...[Read More]
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Keperluan kaunseling penduduk muda: kajian di Kuala Terengganu
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2022
Abstract: The counseling needs of the 21st century are more challenging. There are various issues among the young population that drive the need for new counseling that is very different from the previous era. This clearly shows that the need for counseling also moves along with the era of the...[Read More]
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Relationship between family functioning, resilience and psychological well-being among B40 youths in the Klang Valley district
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2022
Abstract: Global economic uncertainties in the COVID-19 era have had an adverse impact on many households across nations, including Malaysian households. In particular, the B40 households have seen an upsurge in the cost of living, which puts a strain on their purchasing power. The Malaysian...[Read More]
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Malaysian youths at risk: a review of mental health and maladaptive behaviors
Item Type: Book Section
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Year: 2022
Abstract: The contemporary world with its constant changes and challenges often poses great risks to the mental health of young people who are at the age of learning about themselves and the world they live in. Similarly, recent developments have indicated that Malaysian youths today are greatly...[Read More]
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Conference or Workshop Item (19)
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Mempertingkatkan komunikasi ibu bapa- remaja untuk menghalang tingkah laku seksual berisiko di kalangan remaja Malaysia
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2024
Abstract: Parental communication with teenagers regarding reproductive and sexual health (SRH) remains minimal in Malaysia, with the topic being considered taboo and sensitive, rarely discussed openly within families. Teenagers are exposed to high-risk sexual activities, with 10-15% having...[Read More]
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Analisis persepsi, pengetahuan dan perilaku (3P) remaja Malaysia mengenai kesihatan reproduktif dan seksual di media sosial menggunakan pendekatan data raya
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2024
Abstract: Discussions on reproductive and sexual health among Malaysians, particularly teenagers, remain considered a taboo. However, knowledge in this field is essential to prevent misunderstandings and promote moral values. Social media, with its collaborative and interactive nature, has...[Read More]
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Effect of Sexting Intervention Module (SIM) using prototype willingness to sext among undergraduate students.
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2024
Abstract: Sexting exchanging sexually explicit messages (texts, images, videos) via online. High sexting prevalence was used to rationalized the need for intervention. Implication of sexting are correlated with cyberbullying, sexual risk behavior, and mental health issues. Objectives of this...[Read More]
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SDGS and the impact of megatrends on Families: perspectives from Malaysia
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2024
Abstract: 57th Commissions on Population and Development (CPD57): Assessing the status of implementation of the Programmed of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development and its contribution to the follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development...[Read More]
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Bridging Boundaries: Empowering SRHE Through KafeTEEN Peer Educators
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2024
Abstract: There is increase in sexual activity prevalence among youth and high risk practice among youth who engaged in sexual activity. SRHE knowledge is known to be one of protective factors in preventing youth from engaging in high risk sexual activity. KafeTEEN YOUTH Centre Program is one of...[Read More]
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Pengukuran tahap kesejahteraan subjektif golongan remaja di Malaysia
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2018
Abstract: This presentation aims to measure the level of subjective well-being of adolescents in the country aged between 18 and 24 years old. A total of 2,597 respondents were analyzed using data from the Fifth Malaysian Population and Family Survey (MPFS-5). The article found that the level of...[Read More]
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Motherhood in childhood: teenage pregnancy & MOH initiatives
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2016
Abstract: Teenage pregnancy in Malaysia is the result of either early marriages, consensual sex or the tragedy of rape. Although the age specific rate is showing a decline from 32 per 1000 women aged 1-19 years in 1980 to about 14 in the year 2010, the Ministry of Health (MOH) continue to focus...[Read More]
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Adolescent perception on family well-being: the effect of family economic status, family functioning, and community support
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2015
Abstract: The objective of this presentation is to examine the difference of family well-being across several demographic information and to examine the relations between the family well-being in adolescents perceived family economic status, quality of family functioning, and community and...[Read More]
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An evaluation of eating behavior, psychosocial status and body mass index among Malaysian adolescents
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2014
Abstract: This study is an attempt to produce an abbreviated Malay version of Weight and Lifestyle Inventory (MWALI), as an evaluation tool to assess eating and related bio-psychosocial factors among adolescents attending kafe@TEEN, Kuala Lumpur. The MWALI was translated ‘forward–backward’ from...[Read More]
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Kajian keseimbangan kerjaya dan keluarga
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2014
Abstract: The main objective of this study is to investigate the time arrangement between career and family among working peoples. This study leads to identifying the trend of work and family life balance in today’s families. As the result of this study, average time spent by respondent on...[Read More]
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Risk and protective factors affecting adolescent youth sexual and reproductive health in Peninsular Malaysia
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2014
Abstract: This study shows that over the last 10 years, youth sexual and reproductive health (SRH) had raised a lot of concern on the national agenda. According to the statistics, age at first sexual intercourse to be as early as 9-10 years for both male and female adolescents (The Youth...[Read More]
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Youth in Malaysia: the bare truth about teen and homosexual tendency
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2012
Abstract: Sexuality is a result of the interplay of biological, psychological, socio-economic, cultural, ethics and religious/spiritual factors. Youth sexuality, particularly homosexuality has always been a matter of concern to many parties. Furthermore, the issue of homosexuality has already...[Read More]
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Understanding coping and resilience of children and adolescents
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2009
Abstract: The objectives of this paper are to identify and define key concepts and models related to stress, coping, and resilience amongst children and adolescents and also to make us mindful to area wise gaps in our evidence based practice in this context. Amidst the growing evidence that...[Read More]
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Achievement and challenges in managing female adolescents guidance Centre: experience share from Raudhatus Sakinah Kelantan
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2009
Abstract: Adolescents today are exposed to various social ills such that they are easily influenced by unhealthy activities, be it directly or indirectly. Many of them have become victims of abuse, maltreatment, neglect, undue psychological stress, rape, incest and others. Raudhatus Sakinah (RS)...[Read More]
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The effect of negative and supportive behaviors of their parents and friends on substance abuse risk among Korean adolescents and implications for family resilience intervention: gender differences
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2009
Abstract: Substances use among adolescents is particularly because early initiation of substance not only leads to many detrimental impacts on their lives but also is predictive of both increased use and more serious patterns of use in their adulthood. Thus, it is important to identify potential...[Read More]
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The development of antisocial behaviour in adolescence: child,family, peer and school influences
Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
Year: 2006
Abstract: This paper focuses on pathways to antisocial behaviour in adolescence, as well as resilience against antisocial behaviour, with particular attention being given to family influences on these pathways. Findings are presented from an ongoing, 23-year longitudinal study that has followed...[Read More]
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Country Statement (2)
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The 56th Session of The Commission On Population And Development, United Nations New York, 10-14 April 2023
Item Type: Country Statement
Year: 2023
Abstract: Education is a longstanding right enshrined in human rights and developmental instruments, including in the Plan of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD). The ICPD Plan of Action also recognizes the key role of education in sustainable...[Read More]
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The 45th session of the Commission on Population and Development at the general debate on national experience in population matters: adolescents and youth, New York, 24th April, 2012
Item Type: Country Statement
Year: 2012
Abstract: The Government of Malaysia takes cognisance of the increasing importance of sexual and reproductive health needs of the adolescents and youths in Malaysia. Since Malaysia with its current population of 28.7 million has a relatively young population, where 27.6 percent of the nation's...[Read More]
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Infographic (2)
Module (2)
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Modul Cakna Diri Lelaki Pendidikan Kesihatan Reproduksi dan Seksual Untuk Remaja Lelaki Berumur 16-24 Tahun
Item Type: Module
Year: 2018
Abstract: The Sexual and Reproductive Health Module for boys and young men age 16 to 24 years was developed to address sexual and reproductive health as well as social issues for boys and young men. It is also aim to create awareness on the importance of reproductive health and social education...[Read More]
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I'm in Control module (Teenagers)
Item Type: Module
Year: 2000
Abstract: The main objective of the I'm in Control module is to empower teenagers with the appropriate knowledge, attitudes and skills to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health. This module is targeted at teenagers aged 13 - 17 years and focuses on building skills to...[Read More]
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Newsletter (1)
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National experience in population matters: adolescents and youth
Item Type: Newsletter
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Year: 2012
Abstract: Adequate and accurate sexual and reproductive health information helps young people to make informed and responsible decisions. Howewer, cultural and religious sensitivities within the communities remain one of the major challenges in implementing reproductive health education for...[Read More]
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Research Report (9)
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Executive Summary: youth intervention study: best practices of youth intervention programmes in Malaysia
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 2020
Abstract: In the decades, Malaysia has undergone rapid economic, social and cultural changes which impacted not only the daily lives of its people but also their worldview and values. This is particularly so for young people, as excessive exposure to information from the social media, internet...[Read More]
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Research on risk and protective factors affecting adolescents' sexual and reproductive health in Sabah & Sarawak 2015
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 2016
Abstract: A quarter of the world population (1.8 billion) consists of people aged 10-24 years (UN DESA, 2009). Adolescents is a phase of life whereby they have opportunities for developing healthy behaviours, which can determine the future pattern of adulth health. However, for most adolescents,...[Read More]
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Faktor risiko dan pelindung terhadap kesihatan seksual dan reproduktif remaja di Semenanjung Malaysia
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 2015
Abstract: In Malaysia, statistics from the National Registration Department (NRD) show that a total of 214,033 illegitimate children were born from 2004 to 2009. While statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) show that 596 cases of baby abandonment were reported from 2005 to 2013. For the...[Read More]
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Kajian Penilaian Modul Pendidikan Kesihatan Reproduktif dan Sosial (PKRS) dalam kalangan Pelatih PLKN
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 2011
Abstract: Adolescents are the future leaders of the country and have a huge influence on the social, economic and political situation of the country. However, with the presence of various social problems that plague teenagers today, it is feared that it will affect their future which in turn is...[Read More]
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A Study on health status of youth in Malaysia
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 2010
Abstract: This study analyzed health screening of 22,840 youths, who were distributed equally by ethnicity and camp sessions. Based on the analysis, 21.6% of youths were underweight, 18.1% pre-obese and 10.3% obese, with 0.3% perceived having body image disorders. With regards to sexual and...[Read More]
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Kajian Pendapat Remaja dan Isu Sosial : mencari penyelesaian
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 2010
Abstract: Introduction of Reproductive and Social Health Education Policy and Action of Plan (PKRS) has been developed which aims to produce individuals who are knowledgeable and have a positive attitude in the field of reproductive and social health. Under the PKRS program, the National...[Read More]
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The National Study on reproductive health and sexuality of adolescents in Malaysia 1994/1995
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 1996
Abstract: The National Study on Reproductive Health and Sexuality of Adolescents in Malaysia was initiated with the aim of formulating a National Programme on Reproductive Health for Adolescents. The specific objectives of the study are:
i. to establish the status of the knowledge, attitude
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Laporan kajian kekeluargaan dan pelajar sekolah menengah Semenanjung Malaysia 1994/95
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 1996
Abstract: Disciplinary problems among the student are the hot issue that being discuss in our community nowadays. If this problem is not prevented immediately, misbehaviour or disciplinary cases will continue to increase and is about to expose students to more misbehaviour such as theft,...[Read More]
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Kajian kekeluargaan dan pelajar sekolah menengah Semenanjung Malaysia 1994/95: penemuan penting
Item Type: Research Report
Year: 1994
Abstract: This report summarized the key findings from the report of Family and High School Students Study conducted by the National Population and Family Development Board (NPFDB) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Malaysia in 1994. The study covered a total of 1089 students from...[Read More]
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Scientific Poster (6)
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Keberkesanan modul intervensi sexting untuk mengurangkan niat dan kesediaan sexting bagi pelajar Institusi Pengajian Tinggi
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Year: 2024
Abstract: Sexting refers to the exchange of sexually explicit content in the form of texts, photos, or videos. Sexting has become a public health issue in Malaysia, where online studies show that more than two-thirds of young people have engaged in sexting. Sexting is associated with risky...[Read More]
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Analisis persepsi, pengetahuan dan perilaku (3P) remaja Malaysia mengenai kesihatan reproduktif dan seksual di media sosial menggunakan pendekatan data raya
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Year: 2024
Abstract: Discussion on reproductive and sexual health among Malaysians, particularly adolescents, is still considered taboo. However, knowledge in this area is crucial to avoid misunderstandings and promote moral values. Social media, with its collaborative and interactive nature, has become...[Read More]
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Pendidikan seksual di rumah : pandangan remaja Malaysia
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Year: 2024
Abstract: Culture influences the views of adolescents, even though they believe that sexual education at home is important, it is often restricted by feelings of shame, modesty, and respect for their parents. To reduce the prevalence of risky sexual behaviors among adolescents, policymakers and...[Read More]
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Source of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) information among youths in Malaysia
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Year: 2021
Abstract: A majority of respondents agreed that they sought for information on puberty topics and pregnancy to the teachers and mother as compared with other sources. While, peers and media were the second and third sources on sexual topics after teachers. However, the main sources of...[Read More]
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Youth and sex information: who they refer to?
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Year: 2015
Abstract: Youths who involved in sexual behaviors can result in unintended health outcomes and put them at risk for HIV infection, sexuality transmitted infections (STIs), unintended pregnancy and very early childbearing. Factors associated to sexual risk behavior among youth are lack of sexual...[Read More]
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Risk and protective factors affecting youth sexual and reproductive health in Peninsular Malaysia
Item Type: Scientific Poster
Year: 2014
Abstract: Over the last 10 years, youth sexual and reproductive health (SRH) had raised a lot of concern on the national agenda. This concern has been driven by increasing proportion of young people who had sex at early age, increasing prevalence of HIV/AIDS and STI particularly in Malaysia.
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Thesis (4)
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The well-being of adolescents in divorced families
Item Type: Thesis
Year: 2020
Abstract: This study aimed to explore an in-depth understanding on the wellness of teenagers in divorced families. This qualitative study used the phenomenological approach to explore the experience of ten teenagers living with single mothers after the divorce of their parents. Participants in...[Read More]
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Parenting style and risk level of drug abuse among students in USIM
Item Type: Thesis
Year: 2018
Abstract: Drug issue is a worldwide problem being faced by many countries and creates a complicated social problem including drug abuse among teenagers. This requires an aggressive corrective action by related agencies because it is getting rampant and has yet to be resolved. Nevertheless,...[Read More]
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Relationship between family functioning, parenting behaviour, self-efficacy, and gender on risky behaviour amongst adolescents in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Item Type: Thesis
Year: 2018
Abstract: Adolescence is the developmental period marked by a rise in risk-taking behaviours. The high rate of adolescents’ involvement in risky behaviours in the past decades has created a vast amount of attention on the impact to their future. In Malaysia, the impact of risky behaviour has...[Read More]
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Sosialisasi dan kawalan sosial dalam kehidupan remaja berisiko: kajian kes di projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR) Sri Pahang, Bangsar dan Sri Pantai, Lembah Pantai, Kuala Lumpur
Item Type: Thesis
Year: 2015
Abstract: This study focused on a group of adolescents categorized as adolescents at risk in the People's Housing Project (PPR) area in urban areas. Purpose of the study is to identify and understand the life patterns of at -risk adolescents includes their involvement in deviant behavior, the...[Read More]
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